Parasitic diseases, caused by a diverse array of organisms such as protozoa, helminths, and arthropods, represent a significant burden on global health, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. These diseases, including malaria, schistosomiasis, and lymphatic filariasis, affect millions of people worldwide, leading to substantial morbidity and mortality. Parasitic infections often result from poor sanitation, inadequate access to clean water, and limited healthcare resources, exacerbating the socioeconomic disparities in affected communities. Diagnosis of parasitic diseases typically relies on a combination of clinical symptoms, epidemiological factors, and laboratory tests such as microscopy, serological assays, and molecular diagnostics. Treatment options vary depending on the specific parasite and may involve antiparasitic medications, vector control measures, and health education programs. Efforts to control and eliminate parasitic diseases require a multidisciplinary approach, encompassing preventive measures, improved access to healthcare services, and research into new diagnostic tools and treatment modalities.
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Yazdan Mirzanejad, University of British Columbia, Canada
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Michele Mishto, Francis Crick Institute, United Kingdom
Title : Bioterrorism through the ages: Historical perspective, emerging threats, and medical countermeasures
Claudia Ferreira, Sorbonne University, France
Title : Measles vaccination coverage indicators in 2023 and advance towards measles elimination and eradication by 2030
Pedro Plans Rubio, College of Physicians of Barcelona, Spain
Title : Gendered socioeconomic impacts of emerging infectious diseases: Insights from a mixed-methods study in Guinea
Stephanie Maltais, University of Montreal, Canada
Title : The role of social sciences in operationalizing the One Health approach: A case study of the DOPERAUS project in Guinea and the Democratic Republic of Congo
Stephanie Maltais, University of Montreal, Canada